15-Minute Crater Lakes Flight by Floatplane from Rotorua

Recommended by 91% of travelers

Rotorua, New Zealand

15 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

View Rotorua’s network of lakes from above with this flight. Float over a landscape wrought large and dramatic by millions of years of eruptions. A pilot–guide tells you what you’re seeing—gain greater knowledge of geothermal activity in the air. Gain an aerial perspective on a spectacular region of New Zealand’s North Island.

Use personal headsets to hear your pilot's commentary
Choose from morning, midday, or early-afternoon flights
An easy way to see a lot in a short time
Receive personalized attention as this is a small-group flight

What's Included

Professional pilot-guide
Headsets to hear the guide clearly

Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Lakefront Drive, Ohinemutu, Rotorua 3010, New Zealand
Rotorua City Lakefront

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Volcanic Air (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund Minimum numbers apply.
There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Near public transportation

Infants must sit on laps
Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.6

based on 11 reviews

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Amazing experience for floatplane lovers

Gabriele_M, Mar 2025

The only problem is that I would've liked the flight to be longer. My flight time was rescheduled but after I informed the tour operator that I might not be able to make it to check in time, they were flexible and did a quick check in after I arrived. The plane is amazing, the views, too.

Response from Host, Mar 2025

Kia Ora, 15 minutes goes by so quickly when you are taking in those views! We are so glad we finally got ahold of you and it all worked out for your flight!

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